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Friday, April 110:15—11:00 AMActivity RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Preschool Storytime
For preschool children and their parents/caregiversJoin Miss Catherine each week for 3-4 fun books and a craft that are just right for preschoolers.Friday, April 15:00—11:00 PMVirtual Trivia Night
Virtual Trivia Night
Let’s play a round of trivia from home!
Join us here:
https://www. crowd. live/5DAXWTIME: 5:00 pm - 11:00 pmHere's how it works:Log in anytime between 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
The trivia game will take about 30 minutes but will be on a continuous loop…Learn More2
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Tuesday, April 59:45—10:00 AMGalleries ABCDChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Baby and Toddler Time
Storytime for children newborn to 3 years of age and their parents/caregivers. Join Miss Julie for books, songs and fingerplays just right for little ones.Tuesday, April 510:45—11:00 AMActivity RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Baby and Toddler Time
Storytime for children newborn to 3 years of age and their parents/caregivers. Join Miss Julie for books, songs and fingerplays just right for little ones.Tuesday, April 52:00—3:00 PMConference RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
Computer Class - Smartphone Tips & Tricks
AdultsDescription: Learn how to make PDF scans from your phone, how to find saved passwords on your device, and how to use QR codes. Contact Adult Services Librarian Suzanna Jones at sjones@chathamlib. org for more information.
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Wednesday, April 69:00 AM—1:45 PMGalleries ABCDChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
AARP Tax-Aide Service
The Chatham Area Public Library will be a drop off location on:Wednesdays, 09:15 AM - 01:45 PM 2/9/22-4/13/22. Appointments REQUIRED.
This site is open for drop off service only. This is not a same day service due to COVID restrictions. Clients must come to the site(front desk) to receive a tax preparation packet.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 66:00—7:00 PMGalleries ABCDChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Basics of Marketing
Join Larissa Hansen from Targeted Marketing Resources to learn how to calculate how much you should spend on marketing, different ways to market, and things to consider when using marketing to establish and build your business. Funding for this grant was awarded by the Illinois State Library, a Department of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.…Learn More
Wednesday, April 66:00—7:30 PMConference RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
Game Night
Ages 10 and up
Every game night we play a variety of games from strategic to cooperative to those that are a little less taxing on the brain. Whether we win or not, a good time is had by all.
Monthly Game Nights are for ages 10 and up only. We meet the first Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.…Learn More
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Thursday, April 76:30—7:00 PMConference RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
Family Evening Storytime
This storytime, particularily for children of all ages and their parents/caregivers to enjoy together, features fun books and simple crafts related to a theme and fun family time, too! With Miss Joyce.8
Friday, April 810:15—11:00 AMActivity RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Preschool Storytime
For preschool children and their parents/caregiversJoin Miss Catherine each week for 3-4 fun books and a craft that are just right for preschoolers.Friday, April 85:00—11:00 PMVirtual Trivia Night
Virtual Trivia Night
Let’s play a round of trivia from home!
Join us here:
https://www. crowd. live/KHVQ8TIME: 5:00 pm - 11:00 pmHere's how it works:Log in anytime between 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
The trivia game will take about 30 minutes but will be on a continuous loop so you can play anytime throughout the six hour time slot
There are 25 questions
You have 30 seconds to answer each (the faster you answer the more points)
There is a small break in between questions
After all 25 questions are answered your score will be recorded.…Learn More9
Saturday, April 97:00—10:00 PMChildren's AreaChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
Friends of the Library Murder Mystery Fundraiser
Join us for our 22nd Annual Murder Mystery Theater performance of Fiend Request: A Social Event of App-Pocalyptic Proportions
Our Murderer's Row cast is excited to perform our newest original play, live and in-person!
Tickets are $25 each. Seating is open. Doors open at 6:00 and shows start at 7:00 p.m. All sales support the Chatham Area Public Library.10
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Tuesday, April 129:45—10:00 AMGalleries ABCDChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Baby and Toddler Time
Storytime for children newborn to 3 years of age and their parents/caregivers. Join Miss Julie for books, songs and fingerplays just right for little ones.Tuesday, April 1210:45—11:00 AMActivity RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Baby and Toddler Time
Storytime for children newborn to 3 years of age and their parents/caregivers. Join Miss Julie for books, songs and fingerplays just right for little ones.13
Wednesday, April 139:00 AM—1:45 PMGalleries ABCDChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
AARP Tax-Aide Service
The Chatham Area Public Library will be a drop off location on:Wednesdays, 09:15 AM - 01:45 PM 2/9/22-4/13/22. Appointments REQUIRED.
This site is open for drop off service only. This is not a same day service due to COVID restrictions. Clients must come to the site(front desk) to receive a tax preparation packet.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 136:00—7:00 PMGalleries ABCDChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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VIRTUAL & IN PERSON: Eliminate Email Overwhelm
UPDATE: Due to weather, our presenter is not able to make it to Chatham so we are going to have this program by zoom but it will also be viewable in person at the library. It will also be recorded and posted on our YouTube account for 2 weeks. YouTube recording: https://youtu.…Learn MoreWednesday, April 136:00—7:00 PMConference RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
Hooked on Books - The All-Girl Filling Station...
Adults
This month we are reading The All-Girl Filling Station's Last Reunion by Fannie FlaggFictionBook Description: Mrs. Sookie Poole of Point Clear, Alabama, has just married off the last of her daughters and is looking forward to relaxing and perhaps traveling with her husband, Earle.…Learn More14
Thursday, April 146:30—7:00 PMActivity RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Family Evening Storytime
This storytime, particularily for children of all ages and their parents/caregivers to enjoy together, features fun books and simple crafts related to a theme and fun family time, too! With Miss Joyce.Thursday, April 146:30—7:30 PMConference RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
Library Foundation Meeting
The Library Foundation Board will hold a meeting in the Conference room.…Learn More
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Friday, April 1510:15—11:00 AMActivity RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Preschool Storytime
For preschool children and their parents/caregiversJoin Miss Catherine each week for 3-4 fun books and a craft that are just right for preschoolers.Friday, April 155:00—11:00 PMVirtual Trivia Night
Virtual Trivia Night
Let’s play a round of trivia from home!
Join us here:
https://www. crowd. live/4BDGTTIME: 5:00 pm - 11:00 pmHere's how it works:Log in anytime between 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
The trivia game will take about 30 minutes but will be on a continuous loop so you can play anytime throughout the six hour time slot
There are 25 questions
You have 30 seconds to answer each (the faster you answer the more points)
There is a small break in between questions
After all 25 questions are answered your score will be recorded.…Learn More16
Saturday, April 161:00—4:00 PMActivity RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
CAPLD South LawnChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
Children's AreaChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
Conference RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
Friends of the Library Bookstore and CafeChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Opal Lee Genealogy RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
Study Room 1Chatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Chatham Area Public Library closing at 1 PM
Chatham Area Public Library closing at 1 PM
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Monday, April 186:00—7:30 PMGallery AChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
CANCELED - Outer Edge Book Club - All Our Yesterdays
THIS IS AN IN-PERSON PROGRAM. Please contact Library Assistant Katlynn at kclardy@chathamlib. org for details.
Attention Sci-Fi and Fantasy lovers! The Outer Edge Book Club will be discussing monthly selections of sci-fi and fantasy books. The discussion is typically held on the third Monday of the month at 6:00pm.…Learn MoreMonday, April 186:15—7:00 PMStudy Room 1Chatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
Library Director Evaluation Committee Meeting
The Library Director Evaluation committee will meet.…Learn More
Monday, April 187:00—8:00 PMConference RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
The Library Board of Trustees typically meets on the third Monday of the Month at 7:00. The public is welcome to attend. 19
Tuesday, April 199:45—10:00 AMGalleries ABCDChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Baby and Toddler Time
Storytime for children newborn to 3 years of age and their parents/caregivers. Join Miss Julie for books, songs and fingerplays just right for little ones.Tuesday, April 1910:45—11:00 AMActivity RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Baby and Toddler Time
Storytime for children newborn to 3 years of age and their parents/caregivers. Join Miss Julie for books, songs and fingerplays just right for little ones.20
Wednesday, April 2012:00—1:00 PMConference RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
Bite Into a Good Book - The Personal Librarian
Adults
This month we are reading The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher MurrayFiction
Digital copies are available through Library on the Go and cloudLibrary and limited regular print, large print and audiobooks can be picked up at the library's circulation desk.…Learn More21
Thursday, April 216:00—7:30 PMConference RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
Craft Night: Alcohol Ink Coaster
Registration Required / AdultsDescription: We will create colorful coasters out of ceramic tiles. Craft Nights are open to adults in High School or older and are held in our Conference Room. Please contact Adult Services Librarian, Suzanna at sjones@chathamlib.…Learn MoreThursday, April 216:30—7:00 PMActivity RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Family Evening Storytime
This storytime, particularily for children of all ages and their parents/caregivers to enjoy together, features fun books and simple crafts related to a theme and fun family time, too! With Miss Joyce.22
Friday, April 2210:15—11:00 AMActivity RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Preschool Storytime
For preschool children and their parents/caregiversJoin Miss Catherine each week for 3-4 fun books and a craft that are just right for preschoolers.Friday, April 225:00—11:00 PMVirtual Trivia Night
Virtual Trivia Night
Let’s play a round of trivia from home!
Join us here:
https://www. crowd. live/2GSSATIME: 5:00 pm - 11:00 pmHere's how it works:Log in anytime between 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
The trivia game will take about 30 minutes but will be on a continuous loop so you can play anytime throughout the six hour time slot
There are 25 questions
You have 30 seconds to answer each (the faster you answer the more points)
There is a small break in between questions
After all 25 questions are answered your score will be recorded.…Learn More23
Saturday, April 2310:00 AM—12:00 PMActivity RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Lego Day
All ages
Saturday, April 23 between 10:00 am and 12:00 pm
Everything is awesome! Especially when you drop in at the Library for another awesome Lego Day. We’ll have bricks, people, wheels, hinges, and specialty pieces (shark, anyone?) galore to help spark your creativity.…Learn More24
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Tuesday, April 269:45—10:00 AMGalleries ABCDChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Baby and Toddler Time
Storytime for children newborn to 3 years of age and their parents/caregivers. Join Miss Julie for books, songs and fingerplays just right for little ones.Tuesday, April 2610:45—11:00 AMActivity RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Baby and Toddler Time
Storytime for children newborn to 3 years of age and their parents/caregivers. Join Miss Julie for books, songs and fingerplays just right for little ones.Tuesday, April 266:00—7:00 PMOffsite
Scoop Du Jour95 W. Plummer Blvd., Chatham, IL, 62629
Leadership Book Club
Registration Required / Adults
Looking for a networking opportunity and a way to learn about different leadership styles? Then join fellow patrons to have a discussion about our quarterly read, Dare to Lead by Brene Brown on Tuesday, April 26 at Scoop Du Jour.…Learn More27
Wednesday, April 277:00—8:00 PMConference RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
Zoom
Illinois Libraries Present: An Evening with Nick Offerman and Jeff Tweedy
Registration Required for Zoom / Adult
Join us for actor/humorist/woodworker Nick Offerman, in conversation with musician/hiking buddy Jeff Tweedy. Best known for his breakout role as Ron Swanson in the hit TV series Parks and Recreation, actor and New York Times bestselling author Nick Offerman, originally of Minooka, Ill.…Learn More28
Thursday, April 286:30—7:00 PMActivity RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Family Evening Storytime
This storytime, particularily for children of all ages and their parents/caregivers to enjoy together, features fun books and simple crafts related to a theme and fun family time, too! With Miss Joyce.29
Friday, April 2910:15—11:00 AMActivity RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
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Preschool Storytime
For preschool children and their parents/caregiversJoin Miss Catherine each week for 3-4 fun books and a craft that are just right for preschoolers.Friday, April 293:00—4:00 PMConference RoomChatham Area Public Library600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL, 62629
Teen Volunteer Meeting
Ages 14 years – graduating high school seniors
Friday, April 29 at 4:00 pm Teens looking for opportunities to earn service hours, to be involved in helping our community or to spend some time with younger children and be a role model are invited to attend one of our Teen Volunteer meetings to learn how to be involved with the Library’s summer Book Camps.…Learn More
Friday, April 295:00—11:00 PMVirtual Trivia Night
Earth Month Virtual Trivia
Let’s play a round of trivia from home! This game of trivia will challenge your knowledge of our planet, whilst bringing attention to important topics such as environmental justice, sustainable development, and climate solutions. Good luck!
Join us here:
https://www.…Learn More30
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Friends of Genealogy Meeting
All agesGet together with other genealogy enthusiasts once a quarter. Get started with your family history research, share your exciting finds, explore new sources, and discuss topics of interest. Beginners are always welcome.